About Ogatatei
Improve your intestinal environment with additive-free homemade fermented foods.
Support your family's health.
Ogatatei Fermentation School: Learn everything from the basics to the applications of fermentation
Ogatatei Fermentation School is dedicated to those who are making fermented foods for the first time and chefs who want to research the pursuit of higher flavor. At our school, you can learn how to make traditional and original fermented foods while enjoying the fun of learning about fermentation. In addition, with the mission of passing on fermentation knowledge and techniques to the next generation, we also provide opportunities for questions and answers by taking courses.
At our school, you can learn fermentation techniques through repeated video courses.
Here you can learn high-quality things that you can't get on a general platform. When you purchase a course, some courses come with a kit of materials necessary for fermentation. This includes materials necessary for fermentation using traditional methods, such as koji brewed without electricity. Are you ready to open the door to the world of fermentation?
Koji grown without electricity
Kamohana Hakke
Our modern lives are surrounded by a lot of electromagnetic waves. As the number of convenient tools such as mobile phones, microwave ovens, televisions, computers, and electric cars increases, these may be affecting our bodies in no small way. In the midst of this daily life, I came across a method of growing koji without electricity. Watching the koji ferment in a quiet environment, close to nature, is like being enveloped in the rhythm of nature.
So, we created an original fabric for Ogatatei and named it "Kamohana Hakke." This name has a deep meaning. When viewed under a microscope, koji has a beautiful flower-like shape. The fabric is also octagonal, which has been loved since ancient times as an auspicious shape symbolizing "prosperity," "good fortune," and "happiness."
Furthermore, the Bagua also has the meaning of Feng Shui. It is said to have the power to draw good fortune from all directions and ward off evil spirits. We hope that this koji brewed without electricity will bring lots of happiness to everyone.
Introducing the creators of "kamohana hakke"
Misako Mori – Japanese paper doll artist
Misako Mori creates delicate and beautiful pieces using washi paper.
I am an artist who creates dolls.
Furthermore, in order to widely disseminate Japan's rich culture, he is actively involved in introducing various aspects of Japanese beauty.
This time, as I, Ogata Mami, am opening the "Ogatatei Fermentation School," I asked Mori-san to design and create the cloth bags to wrap the koji that is brewed without electricity.
Mori's rare talent and aesthetic sense are fully utilized in this special Hotei.
Her creativity and spirit of harmony continue to inspire many.
Miyabi
Mami Ogata's self-introduction
Mami Ogata
Mami Ogata
Hello!
Thank you for visiting Mami Ogata's homepage.
Originally from Tokyo, she currently lives in Dallas, Texas, USA. She lives with her four cats in a house with a vegetable garden in the backyard built by her late American husband. She has one daughter who is an artist.
Dento Biyoujuku - Leader of the Japanese Dining Power Promotion Activity
Fermentation Lab Instructor
Hobbies and interests
Since I was in my 20s, I have been striving for an organic lifestyle and a healthy and natural life. After coming to the United States, I worked as a floral designer for 29 years, during which time I was able to gain many wonderful experiences.
When my husband, who passed away 19 years ago, was diagnosed with leukemia, I learned about macrobiotics and realized the importance of food.
Making my own homemade miso using a YouTube video as a reference sparked my interest in fermented foods, and now I make my own koji and occasionally hold and teach fermented food classes.
Vision and Goals
My vision is to promote a healthy mindset and a richer life through additive-free fermented foods. I want to let more people know about the amazing effects of fermented foods and share information that will help them incorporate them into their daily lives.
Through this website, I hope to share my experiences and knowledge and deepen my interactions with you all.
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This website will mainly provide information about fermented foods and organic living. We will do our best to provide information that will be useful for your daily life and health, so we hope you will visit us.
If you have any questions or enquiries, please feel free to contact us.
